PM1 - BENTLEY EIGHT
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 16 days ago
The Bentley Eight, often referred to simply as the Bentley Eight, is a distinguished luxury vehicle that exemplifies the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship and performance. Manufactured by Bentley Motors Limited, a renowned British automaker with a rich heritage dating back to 1919, the Eight was introduced in the early 1990s as a flagship model. Known for its elegant design and powerful V8 engine, the Bentley Eight combines traditional British luxury with modern engineering. Its notable features include a handcrafted interior, advanced driving dynamics, and a reputation for refined comfort. Produced during a period of significant technological advancement for Bentley, the Eight remains a symbol of the marque’s dedication to bespoke luxury and engineering excellence.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 18 MOT tests
This is a 1990 Bentley Eight, registration PM1, registered in August 1990. The vehicle has a blue exterior and is powered by a 6.75-litre petrol engine. It is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted on 1 October 2024 and valid until 30 September 2025. The recorded mileage is 89,947 miles. Notable advisories from the latest MOT include slight play in both front upper suspension arm ball joints and an oil leak. No CO2 emissions data is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
18
Passed Tests
14
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 01 October 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 89,947 mi
Expires: 30 September 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory oil leak
Passed - 17 April 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,368 mi
Expires: 16 April 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre sidewalls perishing / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Hydraulic leak, but not excessive pwr steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 03 April 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,356 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre sidewalls perishing / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Hydraulic leak, but not excessive pwr steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 25 November 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,697 mi
Expires: 24 November 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))
Passed - 31 December 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,611 mi
Expires: 30 December 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory All 4 tyres cracked and perished
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 23 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,577 mi
Expires: 22 August 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory steering rack weeping and has slight play in joints
- Advisory Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 08 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,303 mi
Expires: 07 August 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory steering joints have slight play
- Advisory front tyres perishing
Passed - 26 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,340 mi
Expires: 25 March 2016
Passed - 08 August 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,848 mi
Expires: 07 August 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Failed - 02 July 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,520 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
Passed - 02 July 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 73,116 mi
Expires: 01 July 2013
Passed - 28 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 71,119 mi
Expires: 27 July 2011
Passed - 30 June 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,979 mi
Expires: 30 June 2010
Failed - 30 June 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,979 mi
Passed - 01 July 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,958 mi
Expires: 30 June 2009
Passed - 26 June 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,691 mi
Expires: 25 June 2008
Failed - 26 June 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,691 mi
Passed - 07 June 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 68,869 mi
Expires: 06 June 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for PM1?
The MOT expires on 30 September 2025.
What is the tax status of PM1?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 December 2025.
What are the specifications of PM1?
This is a 1990 BENTLEY EIGHT in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 6750cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of PM1?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.